Foot retaining device particularly for ski boots
US4574500A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 5, 1983 |
| Grant date | Mar 11, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 5, 2003 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/2183
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A foot retaining device in a ski boot comprises a pressure element arranged within an outer shell of the ski boot at the neck area of the user's foot, and a cable embracing the pressure element and having one end fixed to the outer shell and another end wound on a winding reel operable by a knob accessible from the outside of the ski boot. The reel and knob are arranged at a rear portion of the ski boot. Rotation of the winding reel causes the pressure element to increase or decrease pressure on the user's foot. Ratchet gears are provided for retaining the winding reel and cable in position in use.
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